Biorigin specializes in biotechnological processes that produce natural-origin ingredients for human food, pet food, and production animals. With industrial operations in Brazil and a global presence, the company serves customers on all continents.
At Biorigin, INNOVATION AND BIOTECHNOLOGY ensure the delivery of unique solutions to the market based on the experience of over 75 years in the fermentation processes of the company.
Total control of the production chain is the distinguishing feature of Biorigin. As Zilor itself supplies the raw materials, the company ensures the traceability of the entire production process, from yeast production to the finished product, providing safety to the customers.
Another distinctive feature is the Pure Culture plant, the first in Brazil. It allows selecting of the best yeast strain for each product and maintaining continuous production, in addition to fully controlling the production process.
Biorigin has its own Research and Development Center, with three labs, a pilot plant, a highly-trained and skilled team, and state-of-the-art equipment for developing new products.
The company has partnerships with universities and renowned biotechnology research institutions in Brazil and abroad to test its products’ results, functionalities, and applications.
Biotechnology Process
Know-how in fermentation processes
Knowledge and technology
Expansion of the Biorigin Quatá production unit – doubling the production capacity.
Established as a business unit of Zilor, founded more than 75 years ago.
Acquisition of PTX Food Corp. (USA), currently Biorigin US unit
Acquisition of Immunocorp Animal Health (Norway), currently with a rep office and distribution center in Belgium.
Expansion of the Biorigin Quatá production unit – doubling the production capacity.
Enlargement of Biorigin US
Biorigin has three yeast and derivatives production plants in Brazil and distribution centers and offices in Brazil, USA, and Belgium. Our Research and Development Center is located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, with three laboratories, a pilot plant, and an Application Center. Biorigin is present around the world through its network of distributors.
Certifications and continuous monitoring from the raw materials to the final product are part of the company’s routine activities, making Biorigin a global benchmark in product quality.
Quality and food safety management programs comply with stringent requirements, and dedicated teams monitor each step of the process.
FSSC 22000
Food safety certification acknowledged by the GFSP Global Food Safety Initiative
HALAL
Food prepared according to the Islamlews
KOSHER
Food prepared according to Jewisllaws
GMP+
Food safety for the animal nutrition chain
NON GMO
Certification of Non GMO food
ISO 22000
Food Safety Management
The commitment to respect the environment and people is present in all Zilor’s and Biorigin’s businesses, which constantly invest in technologies to reduce the impacts generated by our operations, support our employees, and generate value for our stakeholders.
United States Environmental Protection Agency
US Environ mental Protection Agency. Certification focussed on GHG emission reduction.
ISO 14001
International standard that establishes the requirements a environmental management system.
Ecovadis
Colaborative plataform that provides supplier sustainability ratings in global supply chains.
Energia Verde
Certification annually awardad by UNICA and CCEE to companies that use energy generated rom sugarcane blomass.
Bonsucro
International Certification focused on sustainability Chain of Custody
Programa Brasileiro GHG Protocol
Standard Tool, used to understand, quantify, and manage GHG emissions
Sedex
Improving responsible and ethical business practices in global supply chains
To be the main supplier of valued natural ingredients to our customers.
We mobilize competencies, and using biotechnological processes, we create innovative ingredients from natural sources, and we are committed to add value to our customer´s products.
Integrity, Loyalty, Social Responsibility, Commitment to the Future, Continuous Learning, Creative Effort, and Alliances.
Biorigin Brasil
Rua 15 de Novembro, 865
18680-900 – Lençóis Paulista São Paulo – Brasil
Biorigin US
PO BOX 38, MOUNT WASHINGTON, KY 40047-0038, USA
